Job Information
Texas A&M University Student Recruitment & Admissions Relationship Specialist - Remote in United States
Job Title
Student Recruitment & Admissions Relationship Specialist - Remote
Agency
Texas A&M University - Texarkana
Department
Office Of Admissions
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Bryan, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
The Student Recruitment & Admissions Relationship Specialist (Admissions Counselor II), under the general supervision of the Executive Director Recruitment & Admissions, successfully identifies and recruits prospective students to all TAMUT programs (i.e., FTIC, transfer, online, adult learners, graduate, international students) and is responsible for planning, organizing, and participating in recruitment activities and functions that contribute to increasing the population of admitted and enrolled students.
Job Location: This is a remote position but must be located within a 150-mile radius of Texas A&M University System RELLIS campus (http://rellis.tamus.edu/) at 3100 TX-47, Bryan, TX 77807.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Works with the Executive Director Recruitment & Admissions to develop an effective recruitment plan for students to include prerequisite needs, admission requirements, program offerings, student interests, and career goals. Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administration to implement effective recruitment strategies.
Identifies, recruits, and contributes to increasing the population of admitted and enrolled students.
Serves as a liaison to develop enrollment feeder partnerships between the university and local school systems, community-based organizations, and businesses; Implements outreach to prospective student populations, community, and educational partners and delivers information sessions.
Presents information in both group and individual settings for potential students on topics of academics, admissions processes, financial aid, and scholarship programs, student advising, and career opportunities.
Spends significant time engaging prospective students in discussion about their future with the goal of setting an enrollment plan; Maintain database of recruitment and outreach efforts and monitor for effectiveness.
Creates and distributes resource materials for student recruitment and retention in programs; develops mentorship programs; analyzes trends in recruitment and retention programs; develops strategies for recruitment evaluation.
Guides students through the enrollment funnel efficiently by maintaining consistent communication (outbound calls, emails, and text) and follow-up with prospective students.
Meet metrics by demonstrating high level of product/program knowledge and meeting specific student recruitment goals.
Coordinates with constituents to facilitate the application process; Assumes responsibility for managing and updating computerized prospective student database, application paperwork, and follow-up documentation.
Advises prospective students about admissions status.
Maintain accurate knowledge of programs, university student services, and peer institutions' offerings.
Track and communicate with assigned inquiries and applicants.
Works directly with applicants and their families to submit all missing documents to ensure successful enrollment to TAMUT.
Counsel students and parents regarding the eligibility of various financial aid, veterans' education benefits, and scholarships opportunities. Guide students and families through the financial aid application (FAFSA) and financial aid processes.
Plans and schedules travel to all recruitment events while maintaining an efficient travel budget.
Navigates catalog, website, student portals, SIS, CRM, and Data Imaging system seamlessly for information gathering and accurate record keeping.
Work effectively with coworkers as part of the Recruitment and Admissions team to ensure each student's experience with the institution is professional, service-focused, and productive.
This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
One year of related experience.
Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
Knowledge of admissions functions of higher education.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of recruitment and marketing
Preferred Qualifications
Four years of related experience
Sales-related experience
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Other Requirements
Ability to use technology to track and process students through Graduate School Admissions processes.
Ability to collect, write, and report various types of data sets.
Ability to connect to prospective online students.
Proven ability to achieve goals, influence others, and meet deadlines.
Ability to travel and work beyond normal office hours.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work effectively in a remote environment.
SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:
This position generally does not supervise employees.
OPEN UNTIL FILLED.
To apply: Upload your cover letter, resume and 3 professional references with contact information and with one reference being a supervisor/manager in the questionnaire section of your application.
Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to “revise” or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application, you may contact HR@tamut.edu.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
As a member of The Texas A&M University System, Texas A&M University-Texarkana is a comprehensive regional university that provides students with academically challenging, engaging, and rewarding educational experiences through quality teaching, scholarship, student support services, co-curricular programming, research, and service.Through the personal attention of our faculty and staff, students are afforded the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, abilities, and skills to become leaders in their chosen professions and to prepare for the opportunities of serving in a global environment.A&M–Texarkana began in 1971 as part of East Texas State University and joined The Texas A&M University System in 1996. Our 375-acre campus, which opened in 2008, is near beautiful Bringle Lake in Texarkana, Texas, in a region known as the Ark-La-Tex.With a commitment to academic excellence, student success, and community leadership, A&M-Texarkana is comprised of three academic colleges: education and liberal arts; business; and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The university accommodates students by offering flexible class schedules, web-based courses, and online degree programs.A&M-Texarkana is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Red River Athletic Conference, with men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s tennis, baseball, and softball programs.
The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of eleven universities, seven state agencies and a comprehensive health science center. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each individual employee. Equal opportunity and access will be provided throughout the A&M System to all students, employees, and prospective employees. Employment opportunities for all A&M System members and locations are updated daily and posted on this searchable website.
The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (903) 223-3113.